2016 Peugeot 2008 1.6L Diesel · FN66 DXD

A consistently clean DVSA test record defines this 2016 Peugeot 2008, with four consecutive passes and only a single administrative failure on file where no defects were actually recorded against the vehicle, suggesting a likely retest after an aborted or incomplete examination rather than a genuine mechanical issue. The most recent test on 26 August 2025 closed out another twelve-month period with no advisories, no failures, and no flagged deterioration in any of the standard testable items such as brakes, suspension, tyres, lights, or exhaust emissions. This pattern across multiple consecutive tests is a strong indicator of stable roadworthiness for a ten-year-old crossover, particularly given that suspension components and brake lines on vehicles of this age and marque frequently begin to show corrosion or wear advisories by the time they reach the second or third MOT cycle. Annual mileage accumulation works out at approximately 9,344 miles per year over the vehicle's ten-year life, which sits comfortably within the typical usage bracket for a small family SUV and rules out both the low-mileage short-journey corrosion risk and the high-mileage accelerated wear scenario. The annual test entries from 2022 through 2025 show consistent year-on-year attendance with no gaps in testing, implying the vehicle has remained in regular use and has not been laid up for any extended period where standing could degrade components such as brakes through corrosion or allow moisture ingress into the braking system. For a Peugeot 2008 of this vintage, this steady and moderate rate of use is generally favourable for the longevity of the timing chain, clutch, and turbocharger on the diesel variants, and supports a predictable wear profile on consumables rather than the irregular stress patterns associated with sporadic or excessively high usage. Given the complete absence of advisory entries across the entire MOT history, there are no specific flagged components to target on inspection, which makes the practical evaluation slightly broader in scope. On a test drive, pay particular attention to the front suspension, as the Peugeot 2008 is known for wear in the front wishbone bushes and anti-roll bar drop links; listen for clonking over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and feel for vagueness in the steering on motorway slip roads. Check the rear brake drums or discs depending on specification for binding or judder under light braking, as the electronic handbrake mechanism on this model can begin to stick after high mileage. Inspect the underbody and subframe mounting points visually for any surface corrosion, particularly around the rear axle and exhaust hangers, as these areas are not necessarily captured in MOT records until they reach an advanced stage. A worthwhile pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with PSA platform vehicles would be advisable to confirm the condition of items that fall outside the MOT scope, including the clutch slave cylinder, which is a known failure point on manual 2008s, and the condition of the timing chain and turbo actuator if fitted with the 1.6 HDi or 1.2 PureTech engine. Verify that all warning lamps extinguish promptly on start-up, particularly the electronic stability control and tyre pressure monitoring indicators, as intermittent sensor faults are typical on this generation. Overall, the MOT history presents this as a mechanically sound candidate, and any test-drive observations should focus on confirming that the clean test record is reflective of the actual current condition rather than masking deferred maintenance that has not yet reached a testable threshold.